Ski Touring · Splitboard · Saas Valley

Alphubeljoch
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Ski Tour

A superb high-alpine ski tour followed by a fantastic 2000 m freeride descent to Saas-Fee.

If you are confident skiing or snowboarding in deep, wind-affected, heavy, and otherwise challenging snow, this is an adventure you should not miss.

The long descent and spectacular high-alpine setting create an unforgettable experience that will stay with you long after the tour.

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Ski tour from the Alphubeljoch to Saas-Fee
Beste Zeit
January–April
Dauer
Approx.
5 hours
Erfahrung
Touring experience recommended
Format
Private tour
only
The experience

Climb & freeride

Aufstieg

High-alpine ascent

Climb approximately 750 m in three hours to reach the Alphubeljoch and the start of the long descent.

Technik

Variable snow

Strong off-piste technique is essential because conditions can range from deep powder to wind crust and heavy snow.

Abstieg

2000 m descent

Enjoy approximately two hours of varied freeride terrain all the way down to Saas-Fee.

Tourenanforderung

Levels

Fitness

Good fitness is required for the 750 m ascent, which takes approximately three hours and is followed by a 2000 m descent.

Fitness Level
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Technik

Previous touring experience is recommended. You must be confident skiing or snowboarding in deep snow, wind crust, heavy snow, and other challenging off-piste conditions.

All our ski tours are open to splitboarders. However, a higher technical level is required on a splitboard because transitions, traverses and flat sections are generally more demanding than on touring skis.

Schwierigkeit
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Tourdaten

Aufstieg
750 m in approximately 3 hours
Abstieg
2000 m in approximately 2 hours
Typ:
Ski touring and freeride descent
Format
Nur als Privattour
Tour itinerary

Route

Route map of the Alphubeljoch ski tour

Alphubeljoch 3772 m

After an ascent of approximately 750 m, the route reaches the Alphubeljoch before beginning the long freeride descent to Saas-Fee.

Depending on current snow and avalanche conditions, your mountain guide may adapt the exact route.

Open route map →
Preise Bergtouren

Preise

1 Person
CHF 860.– pro Tour
2 Personen
CHF 470.– pro Person
3 Personen
CHF 340.– pro Person
4 persons
CHF 270.– pro Person

Available on request.
Cable car tickets are nicht im Preis inbegriffen.

Relevante Ausrüstung

Equipment

Touring skis or a splitboard, skins, a climbing harness, and an avalanche rescue kit are required. Technical equipment can be rented from Saas-Fee Guides, subject to availability.

Touring skis with skins, touring bindings, and ski crampons
Touring skis, skins & ski crampons
Splitboard touring setup
Splitboard set (for snowboarders)
Avalanche rescue kit with transceiver, shovel, and probe
Avalanche rescue kit
Backpack
Rucksack
Climbing harness
Klettergurt
Windproof and warm winter clothing
Windproof & warm clothing
Sunglasses and sun protection
Sunglasses & sun protection
Water and snacks
Water & snacks
Optional Miete

Mietausrüstung

Equipment nötig?

Tell us what you need when you register. We will check availability and prepare the required equipment for your tour.

Avalanche safety A transceiver, shovel, and probe are available separately.
Ski touring Touring skis, skins, ski crampons, and touring boots are subject to availability.
Produkt Preis (CHF)
Klettergurt 10.–
LVS 20.–
Lawinenschaufel 5.–
Lawinensonde 5.–
Touring Skis, Skins & Ski Crampons 65.–
Touren-Skischuhe 25.–

Ready for the Alphubeljoch?

Send us your request and experience this exceptional high-alpine freeride descent with a mountain guide.

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